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H.R. 7970119th Congress
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The STOP Nitazenes Act permanently classifies all nitazene opioids as Schedule I drugs, closing loopholes for chemical variants.
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The STOP Nitazenes Act permanently classifies the entire family of nitazene synthetic opioids as Schedule I controlled substances, the strictest federal drug category. It defines the chemical family broadly, not just specific named substances, so new lab-made variants can't be used to evade the ban.
The bill affects drug manufacturers, distributors, and users involved with nitazenes or similar compounds, as well as law enforcement and regulatory agencies. It also affects the U.S. Attorney General, who must write implementing regulations within one year.
Nitazenes are highly potent opioids that have appeared in the illegal drug supply and caused overdose deaths, sometimes when mixed unknowingly into other drugs. Permanent, broad classification gives law enforcement clearer authority to prosecute manufacture, distribution, and possession of these substances.
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Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
Latest action: — Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 28 - 21.